Seven Seas Prestige® to Offer Exceptional Epicurean Enrichment on Land and Sea | News
Regent Seven Seas Cruises®, the world’s leading ultra-luxury cruise line, invites foodies to indulge their epicurean passions and showcase their culinary flair aboard its newest ship, Seven Seas Prestige®. Building on a concept first introduced on Regent’s highly successful Explorer-Class ships, the Culinary Arts Kitchen will debut on Seven Seas Prestige with immersive gastronomic experiences that connect guests to destinations through taste, history and storytelling.
The Culinary Arts Kitchen, designed by Kathryn Kelly, chef and director of culinary enrichment for Regent Seven Seas Cruises, reflects Regent’s commitment to epicurean enjoyment, destination immersion and guest enrichment with 64 Culinary Arts Kitchen classes and 25 Epicurean Explorer Tours available during the ship’s sailings through March 2029. Classes and tours are limited to 18 guests or fewer and offer a truly personal and intimate discovery of the global cuisine.
“The popularity of exploring destinations through food is undeniable, which is why we have placed a strong emphasis on epicurean enrichment aboard Seven Seas Prestige,” said Wesley D’Silva, president of Regent Seven Seas Cruises. “Our Culinary Arts Kitchen experiences are a must for any foodie and with no more than 18 guests, the classes and tours are a testament to the personal attention our guests can expect.”
The Culinary Arts Kitchen, a professional culinary education facility on board, offers everything needed to develop and improve culinary skills in an environment inspired by the best cooking schools. With floor-to-ceiling windows framing the open sea, the Culinary Arts Kitchen is an idyllic setting for an immersive cooking experience. Eighteen teaching stations will be fully equipped for guests to learn a variety of culinary techniques ranging from knife skills to breathtaking recipes, all under the guidance of exceptionally talented chef instructors, hand-selected by Chef Kathryn Kelly to bring world-class culinary enrichment to the sea.
Starting at $129 per guest, the in-depth 2-hour culinary classes offer a true variety of the world’s cuisine and cooking traditions. Grill enthusiasts can discover the secrets of world-famous Argentine barbecue, complete with expert combinations of South American varieties. Those looking for lighter fare can embark on a Mediterranean culinary journey and discover the health benefits of the region’s famous diet as they prepare signature dishes from France, Greece, Italy and Spain.
While cruising to iconic destinations around the world, guests can further immerse themselves in local culture through Regent’s renowned Epicurean Explorer Tours. On these exclusive, immersive tours, chef instructors lead small-group tours of vibrant local markets, tasting treasured culinary treasures or enjoying top-tier cuisine at renowned Michelin-starred restaurants. Many tours also return to the ship for additional tastings, demonstrations or enrichment sessions in the Culinary Arts Kitchen, seamlessly extending the experience from shore to ship.
Culinary Arts Cuisine Classes and Epicurean Explorer Tours are additional costs and can be reserved through the guest’s online account prior to sailing.
Seven Seas Prestige Culinary Arts Kitchen & Epicurean Explorer Tour Highlights
Chef Kathryn Kelly, a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America, has spent decades traveling the world exploring diverse cuisines and the cultures that shape them. Drawing on this extensive experience and expertise, she designed the Culinary Arts Kitchen program and developed Regent’s Epicurean Explorer Tours.
“Our goal is to give guests the opportunity to discover cuisines, ingredients and culinary traditions inspired by the destinations we visit, while enjoying a fun, social environment where stories and experiences are shared,” said Chef Kathryn Kelly, executive chef and director of culinary enrichment for Regent Seven Seas Cruises. “Along the way, we introduce the techniques that professional chefs use every day, helping guests build a repertoire of recipes and skills they can recreate with confidence at home. Designed to appeal to a wide range of tastes and abilities, our classes welcome everyone from enthusiastic beginners to experienced home chefs, all delivered in one of the most advanced teaching kitchens at sea.”
Highlights of Culinary Art Kitchen Classes
Cocina Latina
Regent’s chefs have traveled across Latin America, from Mexico to Patagonia, to learn the recipes and ingredients of this revered and special cuisine. Based on careful balance, Latin cuisine takes ingredients, such as the humble potato or the rib-eye steak, to extraordinary levels. Learn from chef-selected recipes and cocktails, all rich in flavor and personality, that have made Latin American cuisine the new frontier of foodies worldwide.
Australia through the ages
A gastronomic history of Australia begins with the indigenous peoples and their use of the beloved macadamia nut. Guests will learn how the migration of the British, Chinese and Europeans influenced the diverse and delicious ‘fusion cuisine’ of contemporary Australia, with a craft cocktail that captures the ‘Down Under’ spirit of this trendy and respected cuisine.
Travel across the Mediterranean
The Mediterranean is revered for its cuisine, and this class allows you to take an epicurean journey through the region, celebrating signature dishes from France, Greece, Israel, Italy, Morocco, Spain and Turkey. Each class reflects the chef instructors’ favorites from their years of cruising, traveling and tasting in the Mediterranean. The chefs also offer wines and cocktails from their most recent travels across the majestic Mediterranean.
Highlights of the Epicurean Explorer Tour
Market tour and tapas led by a chef in Bilbao
Trip: Sun-drenched Iberia, departure May 11, 2027 (14 nights)
Barcelona, Spain – Malaga, Spain – Tangier, Morocco – Seville (Cadiz), Spain – Lisbon, Portugal (overnight) – Porto, Portugal – La Coruna, Spain – Bilbao, Spain – Bordeaux (Paulliac), France – London (Southampton), England
Guests will enjoy the culinary delights of Basque during this chef-led experience. The day starts with an introduction to the region’s cuisine at the Culinary Arts Kitchen, before the group of foodies travels to Bilbao for the historic Mercado de la Ribera and the picturesque old quarter, where they explore the gourmet shops, before enjoying pinxtos – Basque-style tapas – and the region’s famous sparkling white wine, txakoli. Back on board, guests will enjoy a Basque-inspired tasting accompanied by wine and conversation. Epicurean Explorer Tour costs $159 per guest.
Chef-led gastronomy tour and tapas lunch in Barcelona
Voyage: Timeless Shores, sailing June 8, 2027 (18 nights)
Lisbon, Portugal – Portimao, Portugal – Seville (Cadiz), Spain – Tangier, Morocco – Malaga, Spain – Alicante, Spain – Palma de Mallorca, Spain – Barcelona, Spain – Ajaccio (Corsica) – Toulon, France – Nice (Villefranche), France – Tuscany (Livorno), Italy – Piombino, Italy – Golfo Aranci (Sardinia) – Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy
This chef-led excursion offers a deep dive into Barcelona’s position as a culinary mecca. After strolling through the iconic La Boqueria Market and the contemporary Santa Caterina Market, guests can sit down to a convivial tapas lunch that reflects the character and generosity of Catalan cuisine, with a renewed appreciation for the region’s ingredients. The gastronomic adventure ends on board with a cava tasting to enjoy with new friends. Epicurean Explorer Tour costs $159 per guest.
Chef-led market tour, olive farm and tapas in Palma de Mallorca
Voyage: Prestige of Portugal, departure June 8, 2027 (9 nights)
Lisbon, Portugal – Portimao, Portugal – Seville (Cadiz), Spain – Tangier, Morocco – Malaga, Spain – Alicante, Spain – Palma de Mallorca, Spain – Barcelona, Spain
Guests can wander the stalls of Palma de Mallorca’s bustling Olivar Market and enjoy a vibrant display of seafood, cheeses, fresh cut flowers and seasonal produce. The group then travels through the rugged landscape to Treurer, a family business that produces some of the region’s best olive oil. As you walk through the groves, you will receive a lesson in cultivation and production before embarking on a delicious tasting. A practical and insightful onboard session with the chef instructor builds on the forest visit with a tutorial and tasting focused on the correct storage, handling and use of olive oil in everyday cooking. Epicurean Explorer Tour costs $209 per guest.
For more information about Seven Seas Prestige or to book a trip, visit RSSC.com/Ships/Seven_Seas_Prestige, call 023 8082 1390 or contact a professional travel advisor.
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